Question

Identify the factors of x^2 − 5x − 24. (4 points)

Select one:
a. (x + 8)(x − 3)
b. (x − 8)(x + 3)
c. (x + 4)(x − 6)
d. (x − 4)(x + 6)

Answer 1

= x^2 - 8x + 3x - 24
= x(x - 8) + 3(x - 8)
= (x - 8)(x + 3)

b